Collaboration Framework

The Obelus 99 Registry serves as a public record of authenticated releases issued under the Obelus 99 Collaboration Framework, showcasing unique custom art pieces. Each entry details edition specifics and release status for verification, ensuring that all artistic transformations are accurately documented.

We believe artistic transformation is achieved through intention, consistency, and restraint — not volume. Obelus 99 exists to counter overproduction by limiting output, curating limited edition art releases, and building long-term narratives around the unique custom art pieces created by the artists we work with. This platform is built deliberately, one collaboration at a time.

All work released under Obelus 99 is co-created, emphasizing artistic transformation. Each collaboration begins with alignment around theme, symbolism, and intent, ensuring that projects evolve into unique custom art pieces through direct creative dialogue rather than fixed templates or predetermined outcomes. Obelus 99 acts as a curator and creative partner, shaping structure, presentation, and release strategy while respecting the artist’s voice and authorship. Formats remain flexible, and standards for limited edition art remain consistent.

Creative control is fundamental to the process of artistic transformation. No work is released under Obelus 99 without the artist’s full review, feedback, and explicit approval. Final visuals, variants, written descriptions, and release structures for limited edition art are confirmed collaboratively prior to publication or sale. Obelus 99 does not alter, extend, or reproduce unique custom art pieces without consent. Every collaboration is built on transparency, documented agreement, and mutual respect.

The Obelus 99 Rule serves as a limitation framework, emphasizing artistic transformation rather than a fixed quantity. No work released under Obelus 99 is mass-produced, ensuring exclusivity in the realm of limited edition art. Depending on the project, releases may include: 

- A single design limited to 99 total pieces 

- Multiple variants released within defined caps 

- One-of-one works archived and never reproduced 

- Unique custom art pieces created within a predetermined total run 

Release structures are chosen intentionally to align with the vision, medium, and long-term positioning of the work. Once a run is complete, the work is permanently retired.

The 9•9•9 Principle is a structured collaboration and release model used for select projects, facilitating artistic transformation. It represents: 9 variants — distinct interpretations of a single core concept, 9 pieces per variant — ensuring rarity and controlled distribution of limited edition art, and up to 9 projects per artist — supporting long-term collaboration, visibility, and value building through unique custom art pieces. Rather than isolating a single release, the 9•9•9 model allows artists to develop a documented body of work within Obelus 99. As additional projects are released, earlier works gain contextual and historical value through continuity and progression. Not all collaborations follow the 9•9•9 structure. When applied, it signals a long-term partnership focused on depth rather than volume.

Obelus 99 operates on fair collaboration and a transparent structure, focusing on artistic transformation. Each project is uniquely structured to reflect the medium, scope, and level of involvement, ensuring that no single model is imposed across all collaborations. 

Most projects follow a 70 / 30 structure, allowing the artist to retain the majority share. This approach highlights Obelus 99’s role as a curator and platform rather than a rights-holder, particularly in the realm of limited edition art. 

Collaboration structures may include: 

- Revenue splits on limited releases 

- Ultra-limited or one-of-one unique custom art pieces 

- Multi-project collaboration arcs 

- Select opportunities for continued collaboration as the platform evolves 

Obelus 99 is intentionally paced, prioritizing trust, alignment, and sustainable value creation.

Every Obelus 99 release includes a Certificate of Authenticity that highlights the artistic transformation behind each piece of limited edition art. These certificates document: Artist name(s), project title and collaboration number, variant and edition number, total edition size, release date, and Obelus 99 registry reference. Certificates support provenance, transparency, and long-term tracking of unique custom art pieces. As artists continue to collaborate with Obelus 99, earlier projects may gain contextual and historical value through documented progression, additional releases, and growing recognition. Obelus 99 does not guarantee financial appreciation but provides structure, scarcity, and documentation to support the long-term value integrity of its artistic offerings.

Artists with a defined voice and consistent practice are often engaged in artistic transformation, creating unique custom art pieces. These creators are open to collaboration and shared authorship, valuing limitation over mass exposure. They explore themes through symbolism, contrast, and narrative, often resulting in limited edition art that speaks to a deeper experience. Obelus 99 is selective by design.

Artists interested in collaborating on unique custom art pieces may reach out via direct message with:  

A link to their work  

Primary medium  

One sentence describing their artistic transformation and intent  

All inquiries are reviewed thoughtfully - Collaboration proceeds only when alignment is clear, especially for those looking to create limited edition art.

Obelus 99 is a collaboration house and curatorial platform focused on artistic transformation. This page serves informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding agreement or offer for limited edition art or unique custom art pieces. All collaborations are subject to mutual approval and separate written terms.